Manager, Government and Public Affairs

HF Sinclair•Tulsa, OK

About The Position

HF Sinclair's Manager, Government and Public Affairs works closely with Government Affairs leadership and refinery management to develop and execute government and public affairs strategies that advance HF Sinclair’s business objectives across Wyoming, Kansas, Oklahoma, and other assigned jurisdictions. The role leads strategic stakeholder engagement, rulemakings, crisis and incident response, and development of messaging for local communities, government officials, and key stakeholders. The position supports facility operations and major investments, represents HF Sinclair in legislative and regulatory settings, manages government affairs contract staff, and serves on refinery leadership teams.

Requirements

At least eight years of industry- and specialty-related experience, including experience developing policy analysis and strategy.
Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline, Government, Public Policy, Law, Communications, or a related field.
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and organizational skills.
Basic knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
Strong legislative competency, negotiating skills, and influencing skills.
Strong analytical ability and attention to detail.
In-depth knowledge of legislative data requirements, programs, and policies.
Thorough understanding of the legislative process, including roles and decision points in Congress and federal regulatory agencies.
Ability to communicate effectively with others in writing and verbally.
Advanced reading and writing skills and ability to perform complex mathematical calculations.
Deep understanding of legislative and regulatory processes.
Strong relationships with key stakeholders in the oil and gas industry, NGOs, and government.

Nice To Haves

Experience in downstream refining.

Responsibilities

Develop and grow relationships with lawmakers and agency staff in Oklahoma, Wyoming, and Kansas.
Support facility operations by developing and maintaining relationships with local government officials, Tribal Governments, community organizations, and other key external stakeholders.
Identify, monitor, and engage on legislative issues affecting liquid fuels and manufacturing in Oklahoma, Wyoming, and Kansas, and other markets as needed.
Participate in regional and statewide trade associations and chambers of commerce.
Develop stakeholder engagement strategies to support major capital investments, permitting efforts, and operational initiatives.
Meet with lawmakers at state capitols and articulate HF Sinclair’s public policy positions.
Testify before relevant legislative bodies and participate in interim committee hearings.
Support the Vice President of Government Affairs with federal and state advocacy as needed.
Manage government affairs contract staff in Oklahoma, Wyoming, and Kansas.
Support local charitable and community engagement efforts.
Support the corporate and site communications team as needed.
Serve on refinery leadership teams.
Perform special assignments or tasks assigned by a superior.